Monty's Macros Privacy Policy

Effective: February 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Monty's Macros. We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our websites (montysmacros.com), use our software applications (the "Master App"), or interact with our services.

2. Information We Collect

Non-Personally Identifiable Information

We collect information such as browser type, language preference, referring site, and the date and time of each visitor request. This helps us understand website usage and improve our services.

Personally Identifiable Information (PII)

• Contact & Account Data: We collect your email address, name, and encrypted password when you create an account or contact us via our website.
• Transaction Data: When you purchase AppleScripts or software, we collect order details and license keys via WooCommerce to verify your access.
• App Usage Data: To verify licenses and prevent unauthorized distribution, the Master App may collect your macOS version and a unique hardware identifier (UUID) during installation.
• IP Addresses: We may collect IP addresses for security and analytics purposes.

3. Use of Information

We use your information to:

• Verify purchases and facilitate software downloads via the Master App.
• Respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
• Send updates about our services (if you have opted in).

We will not sell or rent your email address to third parties. You may opt out of marketing emails at any time via the "unsubscribe" link.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your data based on:

• Your Consent: e.g., subscribing to a newsletter.
• Contractual Necessity: e.g., delivering the software you purchased.
• Legitimate Interests: e.g., improving our software and website.
• Legal Obligations: Compliance with applicable tax or fraud laws.

5. Data Retention & Security

• Retention: We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
• Security: We take reasonable measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We do not store credit card information; all payments are handled by secure, third-party processors.

6. Your Rights (GDPR/CCPA)

Depending on your location, you may have the right to Access, Rectify, Erase, Restrict, or Object to the processing of your data.

California Residents: Under the CCPA, you have the right to know what data is collected and the right to request deletion. Monty’s Macros does not sell personal information.

Requests: To exercise these rights, please use the contact form.

7. Cookies and Third-Party Services

• Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze traffic. You can control these via your browser settings.
• Third-Party Links: Our site may link to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
• Remarketing & Affiliates: We may use Google AdWords for remarketing purposes and utilize affiliate links which may earn a commission.

8. Aggregated Statistics

We may collect and share aggregated, non-personally identifiable information regarding how users interact with our software and websites to improve our tools.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be noted by updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please use the contact form found on our website.